Job Information
Advantage Solutions Proofreader (Remote, Part Time) in Stamford, Connecticut
Summary
Proofreader Agency (Remote)
At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses!We are seeking a proficient Proofreader to be responsible for reading creative documents for grammar, style and brand consistency, and for validating the accuracy, completeness of changes and content to ensure high-quality deliverables for all creative documentation is produced by the Agency.
Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today!
What we offer:
Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
401(k) with company match
Training and Career Development
Generous Paid Time-Off
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with creative team to provide proofreading services as a function in creating timely and professional creative materials including, but not limited to program POS/POP, FSI’s, Circulation Ads, Internal Collateral, PowerPoint Decks, New Business Pitch Materials, Recipes, Newsletter Publications, Style Guides and all other assigned content projects
Prioritize projects against high volume and tight turn around schedules
Correct grammatical, typographical or compositional errors in original copy
Provide precise and timely review of marketing materials for accurate use of logic, composition, style and brand; must be able to check, monitor and maintain brand consistency
Update an ongoing comprehensive reference library to easily access all Style Guide information for each Client/Brand
Set up meetings and constantly review ways to improve process and quality of documents Maintain a system with Program Managers and Creative teams to help prioritize programs during high-volume periods
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Business or equivalent experience required
3-5 years of experience in Agency editing, copywriting or proofreading
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Strong written communication and verbal communication skills
Ability to ensure a high level of service and quality is maintained
Good interpersonal and team building skills
The hourly rate for this role is $32.00-$34.00
Responsibilities
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Position Summary
The Proofreader is responsible for reading creative documents for grammar, style and brand consistency, and for validating the accuracy, completeness of changes and content to ensure high quality deliverables for all creative documentation is produced by the Agency.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Proofreading
Collaborate with creative team to provide proofreading services as a function in creating timely and professional creative materials including, but not limited to program POS/POP, FSI’s, Circulation Ads, Internal Collateral, PowerPoint Decks, New Business Pitch Materials, Recipes, Newsletter Publications, Style Guides and all other assigned content projects
Prioritize projects against high volume and tight turn around schedules
Correct grammatical, typographical or compositional errors in original copy
Validate the accuracy and completeness of changes to all documentation produced by the team
Verifies all facts (including dates, names, social and/or political appropriateness, etc.) contained within all assigned projects
Provide precise and timely review of marketing materials for accurate use of logic, composition, style and brand
Must be able to check, monitor and maintain brand consistency
Work with marketing managers and art directors to make copy refinement recommendations when appropriate or necessary
Work with art directors to offer minor design recommendations when appropriate or necessary
Assist in maintaining consistency and standards in language and format
Provide content for style guides as needed to drive consistency across all materials
Manage and prioritize a high volume of work under tight deadlines
Continually expand awareness of current advertising trends, advertising and brand strategy, and company goals
Reference Library
Partner with creative team to maintain Client Style Guides
Update an ongoing comprehensive reference library to easily access all Style Guide information for each Client/Brand (which include: Logos, Legal and Trademark mandatory requirements)
Retain accurate records of changes in brand guidelines
Collaborate
- Set up meetings and constantly review ways to improve process and quality of documents Maintain a system with Program Managers and Creative teams to help prioritize programs during high-volume periods
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports
This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements
Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job
Minimum Qualifications
Education Level: (Required) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Field of Study/Area of Experience: Business
- 3-5 years of experience in Agency editing, copywriting or proofreading
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Strong written communication and verbal communication skills
Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
Ability to ensure a high level of service and quality is maintained
Excellent customer service orientation
Good interpersonal skills
Team building Skills
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Job Locations US-CT-Stamford
Primary Posting Location : City Stamford
Primary Posting Location : State/Province CT
Primary Posting Location : Postal Code 06902
Primary Posting Location : Country US
Requisition ID 2023-428252
Position Type Part Time
Category Creative & Product Services
Minimum USD $32.00/Hr.
Maximum USD $34.00/Hr.